Last July, I attended the Study Abroad Workshop led by Kristin Sweeting. Before the workshop, I traveled to Paris a week early, to stay with my cousin Amanda who was in Paris for the summer doing research for her doctorate program (how cool is that?). It was the loveliest week, filled with so many fun adventures, thousands of steps walked, and such good food. Paris is a busy, crowded city, and isn't everyone's favorite - but it truly is quite lovely if you're able to take the time to wander some quieter streets, sit for hours at cafes, and soak in all the amazing architecture.